America's Test Kitchen
Season 18
TV-G
Equipment reviews, taste tests, and recipes from the test kitchen to the home cook. A team of test cooks that viewers have come to love and trust deconstruct recipes and reveal the test kitchen’s secrets to foolproof cooking at home.
Where to Watch Season 18
27 Episodes
- How to Roast Everything
E3How to Roast EverythingBridget and Julia teach viewers how to make the ultimate Beef Tenderloin with Smoky Potatoes and Persillade Relish. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a turkey tasting. Gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews fat separators, and then test cook Dan Souza makes Turkey Breast en Cocotte with Pan Gravy. - All Chocolate, All the Time
E4All Chocolate, All the TimeIn this episode, Bridget and Julia uncover the secrets to making the perfect Boston Cream Pie. In the Equipment Corner, expert Adam Ried reviews Silicone Spatulas, and then test cook Erin McMurrer makes the ultimate Chocolate Sheet Cake with Milk Chocolate Frosting - Ultimate Italian
E5Ultimate ItalianTest cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster an Italian classic-Porchetta. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of ricotta. Gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews wine coolers, and test cook Erin McMurrer uncovers the secrets to Parmesan Farrotto. - Modern Weeknight Meals
E6Modern Weeknight MealsModern Weeknight Meals Test cook Becky Hays makes Bridget the perfect One-Hour Broiled Chicken and Pan Sauce. In the Equipment Corner, expert Adam Ried reviews blenders, and then test cook Tim Chin wraps up the episode by making Julia the ultimate Modern Cauliflower Gratin. - Vegan for Everyone
E7Vegan for EveryoneTest cook Becky Hays makes Julia the ultimate Vegan Pinto Bean-Beet Burger, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of vegan mayo, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews spiralizers. Finally, test cook Elle Simone makes perfect Buffalo Cauliflower Bites. - Pressure Cooker Perfection
E10Pressure Cooker PerfectionTest cook Becky Hays makes host Julia Collin Davison the fastest-ever Farmhouse Chicken Noodle Soup in the pressure cooker. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Bridget Lancaster to a tasting of Gruyere. Next, science expert Dan Souza reveals the science behind pressure cookers. Finally, test cook Elle Simone makes Bridget the perfect Pressure-Cooker Pot Roast. - Diner-Style Favorites with a Twist
E11Diner-Style Favorites with a TwistHosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster uncover the secrets to making the ultimate Italian-Style Turkey Meatballs. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews dry storage containers in the equipment corner. Next, science expert Dan Souza reveals the science behind kale’s unique flavor. Finally, test cook Becky Hays makes Julia the perfect Kale Caesar Salad. - Italian Seafood Suppers
E12Italian Seafood SuppersHosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison uncover the secrets to making perfect Linguine allo Scoglio. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for manual pasta machines. Then, gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews restaurant tools that every home cook should use. Finally, test cook Becky Hays makes Bridget an Italian classic—Tuscan Shrimp and Beans. - Weeknight Japanese Suppers
E15Weeknight Japanese SuppersHosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster uncover the secrets to a Japanese favorite - Crispy Pan-Fried Chicken Cutlets. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top for Santoku knives. Finally, test cook Keith Dresser makes Bridget perfect Miso-Marinated Salmon. - Simple Chinese Staples
E17Simple Chinese StaplesHosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster uncover the secrets to a Chinese staple—Three Cup Chicken. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of firm tofu. Next, test cook Keith Dresser makes Bridget a refreshing recipe for Smashed Cucumbers. - Vibrant Mediterranean Cooking
E18Vibrant Mediterranean CookingTest cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster foolproof Swordfish Skewers with Tomato-Scallion Caponata on the grill. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of Feta. Finally, test cook Becky Hays makes Julia a vibrant Mediterranean favorite—Egyptian Barley Salad. - Grilled Steak and Fruit Tart
E19Grilled Steak and Fruit TartTest cook Dan Souza makes host Julia Collin Davison perfect Grill-Smoked and Herb-Rubbed Flat Iron Steaks. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Bridget Lancaster to a tasting of Mascarpone. Finally, test cook Elle Simone makes Bridget the ultimate Fresh Fruit Tart. - Spicing Up the Grill
E20Spicing Up the GrillHosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster uncover the secrets to perfecting a Thai delicacy at home—Thai Grilled Cornish Hens with Chili Dipping Sauce. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of Tahini. Next, gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews grill tongs. And finally, test cook Dan Souza makes Bridget the ultimate Grilled Pita Stuffed with Lamb. - Pork Chops and Corn Fritters, Perfected
E21Pork Chops and Corn Fritters, PerfectedHosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster uncover the secrets to making perfect Pan- Seared Thick-Cut Boneless Pork Chops. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of white wine vinegar.Finally, test cook Keith Dresser makes Bridget foolproof Corn Fritters. - Chinese Classics
E22Chinese ClassicsHosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison reveal the secrets to making the ultimate Chinese Barbecued Pork at home. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for wire racks and rimmed baking sheets. Finally, test cook Dan Souza makes Julia a perfect recipe for Sichuan Braised Tofu with Beef (Mapo Tofu). - Summer Cookout
E23Summer CookoutTest cook Dan Souza makes host Julia Collin Davison perfect Spice-Rubbed Chicken Drumsticks on the grill. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for Baking Peels. Next, science expert Dan Souza demystifies the science of radiant heat. Finally, test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Bridget Lancaster the ultimate New England Baked Beans. - To Meat or Not to Meat (Sauce)
E24To Meat or Not to Meat (Sauce)Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison uncover the secrets to making a weeknight-friendly recipe for Tagliatelle with Bolognese Sauce. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of crushed tomatoes. Next, science expert Dan Souza explains the surprising science behind why you can’t overcook mushrooms. Finally, test cook Becky Hays makes Julia the ultimate Meatless “Meat” Sauce. - Elegant Desserts
E25Elegant DessertsHosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster uncover the secrets to the most decadent bar cookie recipe—Millionaire’s Shortbread. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for serrated knives. Finally, test cook Elle Simone makes Bridget the ultimate Gateau Breton with Apricot Filling. - Pub-Style Favorites, Revisited
E26Pub-Style Favorites, RevisitedHosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster uncover the secrets to making the ultimate Pub-Style Steak and Ale Pie at home. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for knife blocks. Finally, test cook Keith Dresser makes Bridget perfect Boston Brown Bread.
